1986 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
